Minutes approved June 17, 2023

Attendees: Vincent C., Jeanne O., Marta C., John R., Lisa M., Nettie, Jay F., Chris B., Philip S., Scott P.

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 9:00 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made  to approve the April 15, 2023 minutes. The minutes were approved.

Treasurer’s Report – Report given by Jay F.

• Bank is charging $2.00 for every deposit that we put in the outdoor slot.
• Last month a motion was made and approved to request that the treasurer separate the monthly income into categories to include: meeting donations, book sales, and special events.
• Committee decided book sales do not have to go into a separate envelope. Instead, just make a note on the deposit slip and make a note in the secretary’s book.
• A motion was made and seconded to approve the treasury report. The treasurer’s report was approved.

GSR – Jeanne O.

• • Delegate Report Back – June 12, 2023. All members are invited to attend via Zoom. Information is on the board.

WAIA – Lisa M. – Not in attendance. WAIA minutes are posted on the Laurel Recovery website.

• WAIA minutes are posted on the Laurel Recovery website.
• WAIA needs volunteers willing to come into the office to answer phones. Help Chat volunteers are also needed.
• The Outreach committee is looking for volunteers.
• H&I has 3 nights open at Suburban Hospital.
• Information will be on the board.

H&I – Zach, Brian not present.

Chips – Shawn M. not present but John reported for him.

Literature – Brian not present but let others know he will be purchasing books.

Supplies – Marta C. – Gave report.

• Scott completed some minor repairs on the kitchen and bathroom cabinets, he volunteered to help.

Secretary Coordinator – Selena

• Steve is taking over the Thursday BB meeting.

Website – John R. – Gave report.

• Website statistics sent via email.
• Alano Club – Added June 10th AA Anniversary Celebration – Painting with Friends and Memorial Day Picnic.

Old Business

50th Anniversary Celebration:
• Need volunteers – 7 approximately for taking tickets at the door and for parking lot attendant(s).
• Marta to purchase supplies for the event (coffee, water, soda, plates, utensils, and napkins.
• Discussed/voted on pins/button idea as a “give-a-way” for the dance and decided not to pursue this option. Committee decided on pens instead – 225 or 250 approximately. Information will be given to Gianna.
• Reviewed table centerpieces and colors (gold, silver, white and black).
• Discussed request to purchase a coffee urn and it was decided by the committee that we would borrow an urn from Couches instead. Same as previous years.

New Business

• We need a secretary for the Steering Committee as this position has opened up.
• Next meeting June 17th, same day as anniversary celebration. We will keep the meeting on the calendar in case we need it.
• Motion was made to have Vincent send information received about the Anniversary Celebration to the group as he receives it. Keep group updated on the banquet event since next meeting is same day. This was approved.

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 10:00 a.m.

Minutes approved May 20, 2023

Attendees: Vincent C., Suzy L., Jeanne O., Marta C., John R., Brian D., Gianna, Rebecca.

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:00 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made  to approve the March 18, 2023 minutes. The minutes were approved.

Treasurer’s Report – Report given by Vincent on Jay’s behalf.

• A motion was made and approved to request that the treasurer separate the monthly income into categories to include: meeting donations, book sales, and special events.
• A motion was made and approved that all income and expense transactions made for Laurel Recovery activities be done so through the official Laurel Recovery bank account. It was noted that anyone needing to purchase supplies for events can make a request for money in advance  in order to avoid anyone having to spend out of pocket and later be reimbursed.
• A motion was made and seconded to approve the treasury report from last month. The treasurers report was approved.

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• The WAGSA held a mini-conference on April 1, 2023 which she attended.

WAIA – Lisa M. – Not in attendance. WAIA minutes are posted on the Laurel Recovery website.

H&I – Zach, Brian – Investigating H & I opportunities.

Chips – Shawn M. – Bought chips.

Literature – Brian – Gave report.

Supplies – Marta C. – Gave report.

Secretary Coordinator – Selena – Gave report.

Website – John R. – Gave report.

Old Business

• Anniversary Dance:
• John, Jeanne, and Gianna reported their ticket sales and remaining tickets available for sale. John reported the number of tickets that Loida and Kevin have available for sale. The event is expected to sell out.
• Gianna reported that she and Brian visited the location to get an idea of the logistics for the event to include the number of parking spots available to attendees, as well as where the buffet, speakers, dj, and dance floor will be located inside. The caterer is secured for the event. The committee will meet again before May 20 to discuss decorations, staging, and what volunteers will be needed at the event.

New Business

• It was moved and seconded that Scott can do minor repairs on the kitchen and bathroom cabinets, as he has volunteered.
• It was moved and seconded that the vendor who cleaned the chairs will be hired to clean the carpet.

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 11:00 a.m.

Minutes approved April 15, 2023

Attendees: Vincent C., Suzy L., Jay F., Theresa O., Jeanne O., Marta C., John R., Nettie T, Brian D.

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:00 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made  to approve the February 18, 2023 minutes. The minutes were approved.

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F. – Reported that the monthly balance is dropping.

• A motion was made and seconded to approve the treasury report from last month. The treasurers report was approved.

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• The WAGSA will host a mini-conference on April 1, 2023 and all are welcome to attend.

WAIA – Lisa M. – Not in attendance. WAIA minutes are posted on the Laurel Recovery website.

H&I – Zach, Brian – Investigating H & I opportunities.

Chips – Shawn M. – Bought visitor chips.

Literature – Brian – Made a purchase of one case of Big Books. Will need to be reimbursed $115.54. Will text Lynell.

Supplies – Marta C. – Gave report.

Secretary Coordinator – Selena – Not in attendance

Website – John R. – Gave report.

Old Business

• Anniversary Dance: Ticket price will be $20. Donations can be made by members who would like to help others who cannot afford to purchase a ticket. John is printing fliers. In keeping with the traditions, fliers will include the wording “catered italian” instead of naming the caterer.

New Business

• Chairs need to be cleaned. $10 per chair. $250
• Marta – once week clean
• Need volunteers for the anniversary dance.

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 11:00 a.m.

Minutes approved March 18, 2023

Attendees: Vincent C., Suzy L., Jay F., Theresa O., Jeanne O., John R., Marta C., Mike, John R., Gianna, Cal B., Rebecca, Denise

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:02 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by Jeanne O and seconded by John R. to approve the January 21, 2023 minutes from last month. The minutes were approved.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• Reported results of Steering Committee elections. Thirty-nine votes were cast and the following individuals were elected to the Steering Committee for 2023:
• Chairperson: Vincent C.
• Vice Chairperson: Suzy L.
• Secretary: Gianna
• Treasurer: Jay F.
• Alternate Treasurer: Lynelle
• Secretary Coordinator: Selena
• Alternate GSR: Theresa O.
• WAIA: Lisa M.
• Hospitals & Institutions: Zach
• Alternate H & I: Brian D.
• Chips: Shawn
• Literature: Brian D.
• Supplies: Marta C.

New Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• Vincent suggested that when discussions get excited,  any member can call for a one-minute pause. John suggested that the pause be for 1 minute.

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F. – January checking and savings account total credits and debits reported to the group. Members discussed debits and credits made for the month and all transactions were approved.

• Motion was made and seconded to approve the treasury report from last month.

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• Jeanne attended the General Service Assembly on January 28 where they reviewed the WAGSA budget and reviewed the 2021 group inventory. Jeanne was elected Area 13 Secretary and she will serve in that office for 2 years.
• The 2023 NERAASA Northeast Regional AA Service Assembly will be held February 23-26, 2023 in Albany, NY.
• The WAGSA will host a mini-conference on April 1, 2023 and all are welcome to attend. Jeanne will email the Steering Committee more information about the conference.

WAIA – Gianna S. – Personal scheduling conflict, unable to attend WAIA meeting in February.

H&I – Zach- Not in attendance

Supplies – Marta C.

Marta has held that Supplies position in years past and she shared that she will continue purchasing supplies from Sam’s Club in the way that she did when she held the position in the past.

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in attendance

John reported on Shawn’s behalf that Laurel Recovery is well stocked with anniversary chips.

Publications & Literature – Brian D. – Not in attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Selena – Not in attendance

• Vincent shared Selena’s Secretary Coordinator report in her absence. Selena reported that she is putting together a list of the meeting secretary names and numbers.
• Gianna inquired about Selena’s length of sobriety. John shared that Selena has been sober for 7 months. Jeanne pointed out that this does not meet the minimum 1 year of sobriety requirement for Steering Committee officers as outlined in the Steering Committee guidelines. John shared that he had encouraged Selena to run because he believed that no one else was interested in the position and that he thought she would do a good job. A motion was made by John that the requirement be waived for the 2023 Secretary Coordinator and Theresa seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Website – John R.

Sent out website stats to the group. Game Night Event added. Election successfully completed online.

Meeting Secretary Reports

Jeanne reported that the Wednesday 8:00 pm Virtual Meeting shut down, that the Saturday 8:00 pm has 3-7 people in attendance. In person Wednesday and Friday 12 noon meetings are small while the Monday 12:00 noon meeting has 10-15 people. Gianna reported that the Saturday night 8:30 meeting has a consistent group of regulars from 5-12 people, with many newcomers and people just out of rehab attending. Saturday 8:30 contributions are strong for the number of people and the meeting needs books now that the format has changed to reading Experience, Strength, and Hope. It was agreed that Brian will purchase books for the Saturday 8:30 meeting.

Old Business

• Anniversary Dance: John reported that the location has been reserved at the Elkridge Fire Hall for June 17 and that he gave them a deposit of $200 from a Laurel Recovery check. The Elkridge Fire Department also requires insurance so John purchased insurance for $75. John reported that Julia has agreed to DJ the event and the amount agreed on.
• A motion was made and passed that Laurel Recovery reimburse John for the $75 he spent on event insurance for June 17 on behalf of Laurel Recovery.
• Suzy presented a quote from Tito’s for catering. All agreed that Tito’s is the preferred caterer.
• Questions were asked about ticket price and budget. It was suggested that the Dance Committee meet in the upcoming month and return to the March 18th meeting with a dance budget and plan for the Steering Committee to review.

New Business

No New Business

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 11:00 a.m.

Minutes approved by the Steering Committee on February 18, 2023 

Attendees: John R., Jeanne O., Theresa O, Vincent C., Brian D., Neddie, Mike N., Suzy Q

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 9:06 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by John R and seconded by Mike N. to approve the December 17, 2022 minutes from last month. The minutes were approved.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• Follow-up – Safety issue letter was sent
• New meeting on Sundays at 9 a.m. – 11th Step
• Elections for Steering Committee positions have been posted in the room

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• Vince suggested getting visitor chips for out of towners – New Business

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F. – Not in Attendance (Theresa O.C. spoke in his absence)

• Motion was made by John and seconded by Mike to approve treasury report from last month.

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• Jeanne stated that the GSR is voting her in as an Officer and recommended an alternate be considered.
• Budge proposal meeting to take place and will be approved next week.
• Zoom Security Workshop took place.
• 27th Annual Southeast Woman to Woman Conference, August 18-20, 2023 in Summerville, SC – for more information go to www.sewomantowoman.org
• Spring 2023 CONTRA Study, March 2-June 15, 2023 via Zoom. For more information contact 2023contrastudy@gmail.com
• 2023 NERAASA Northeast Regional AA Service Assembly – February 23-26 in Albany, NY  – for more information go to info@neraasa.org. Registration for Area 13 can be reimbursed.

WAIA – Gianna S. – Not in Attendance

H&I – Drew  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• All good with supplies
• Mike stated that the next person who gets the position should be someone who comes to meetings on a regular basis.

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• 24 hour chips were purchased

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C. – Not in Attendance

Website – John R.

• Positions along with descriptions and qualifications are posted on the black cabinet. If you are interested in running for a position on the Laurel Recovery Steering Committee please sign up before Thursday February 16th to ensure you are on the electronic ballot.
  Votes will be counted and verified at the Steering Committee meeting at 10AM Saturday February 18th.

New Business  

• Visitor Chips – It was approved to get 50 chips
• John stated that LR 50th anniversary is coming up and would like to do a banquet celebration. He will gather some details and present it at next meeting

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 9:52 a.m.

Minutes to be approved by the Steering Committee on January  21, 2023

Attendees: John R., Jeanne O., Theresa O, Vincent C., Cal B., Mike N., Suzy Q

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:00  AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by Jeanne O. and seconded by John R. to approve the November 19, 2022 minutes from last month. The minutes were approved.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• Follow-up – Safety issue letter was not necessary to send
• Friday night 8 P.M. meeting is now a Meditation/As Bill Sees it Meeting

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• Vince stated that the kitchen sink was fixed

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F. – Not in Attendance

• Motion was made by John and seconded by Theresa to approve treasury report from last month.
• Jay was not present but did email that the contributions are up from last year.

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• Webmaster position at the General Office is available among other positions
• The 59th International Women’s Conference will take place on February 16-19, 2023 in Dallas, TX

WAIA – Gianna S. – Not present

H&I – Drew  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• All good with supplies

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• Purchased 1, 2 and 4 month chips

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C.

• Friday 8 P.M. meeting switched to a Medication Meeting.

Website – John R.

• Back to Basics was posted
• 12 Tips for a Sober Holiday video was posted and available for download

New Business  

• John R. was approved for reimbursement of purchasing new Christmas tree.
• Laurel Recovery will keep the same schedule for the Christmas and New Years holidays

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 11:05 A.M.

Minutes approved by the Steering Committee on December 17, 2022 

Attendees: John R., Jeanne O., Nettie T., Theresa O., Lisa C., Vincent C., Cal B., Mike N.

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:03  AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by John R. and seconded to approve the October 15, 2022 minutes from last month. The minutes were approved.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

Safety In the Room -Follow-up to emergency steering committee meeting held Tuesday, November 15^th at 7 PM on Zoom regarding topic of safety in the room. Today (11/19) the Steering Committee members concluded that:

• The occurrence of electronic and verbal harassment toward Laurel Recovery steering committee members and meeting participants are a legal issue as defined by Maryland Stalking Laws 3-802, 3-803, and are violation of laurel recovery groups recommended safety policies.
• As such behavior results in the disruption of meetings and threat to the sobriety, safety and general wellbeing of members, it is deemed necessary to compose a letter to participants who display such behavior, and indicate that they are not welcome to attend Laurel Recovery meetings due to the behavior. Further, it is requested that any such behavior cease and desist immediately.
• The steering committee composed such a letter through consensus. A motion was made to accept the composition of the letter, the motion was seconded and the group voted to prepare the letter for distribution as necessary.
• In further support of safety in the room, notices and signs indicating the A.A./ Laurel Recovery Group safety policy will be posted and displayed on the tables.

Laurel Recovery Group Thanksgiving Day Plans:

• Cooks are still needed to prepare/heat some of the Thanksgiving food. John R., Theresa, and Vincent volunteered to either find someone to do the preparation, or heat the meals themselves.
• The meeting room will probably stay open from noon till after the 8:05 meeting ends
• Virtual meetings are “staffed” and will keep the same schedule as the in-person meetings that day.

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent 

• Group secretaries will be reminded: Please do not touch the breaker box. Texts will be sent to some secretaries and the request will be put in the secretary’s book in front of room.

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F. – Not present

GSR – Jeanne O. 

• Attended district meeting on Monday, October 17th.
• Attended the WAGSA Fall Assembly meeting on Saturday, October 29th, where the officer elections were held for the upcoming Panel #73 (2023-2024).
• Officers elected were delegate, alternate delegate, chairperson, secretary, and treasurer. (Laurel Recovery GSR Jeanne O was elected secretary.)
• Attended monthly WAGSA meeting on Monday, November 14th, 2022, at 7 P.M.
• Upcoming event: Will attend special meeting schedule for Saturday, December 10th from 10 AM to 1 PM. The agenda is discussion about an inventory taken in October of 2021, and they will also discuss policy and procedures addendums to the WAGSA Handbook.

WAIA – Gianna S. – Not present

H&I – Drew and Chrissandra P.  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• Will check inventory and buy extra supplies needed for Thanksgiving Day.
• The group made, seconded and approved a motion for payment of $219 for the price of the Thanksgiving Day food.

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• John stated we are all good on chips

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C.

• Still some problem regarding the locking of both locks on door upstairs.
• Regarding safety in the rooms, the landlord has indicated that he is going to change the downstairs outdoor lock. If so, keys will be distributed via the secretary coordinator (Lisa C). Whether the landlord chooses to change the lock or not, there is thought on whether Laurel Recovery would like to go ahead and arrange through the landlord to change the downstairs lock.
• IN-PERSON MEETINGS: Tuesday 8:30PM meeting needs a new secretary, has temporary coverage; Wednesday noon meeting has closed due to lack of secretary.
• Virtual meetings continue as scheduled.

Website – John R.

• Sent out website stats prior to the steering committee meeting.

Ongoing Business 

• LAUREL RECOVERY GROUP POLICIES and LAUREL RECOVERY GROUP Secretary Guidelines continue to be reviewed and recommendations being compiled.

New Business  

• None

The meeting closed with the Lords prayer at approximately 11:05 A.M.

Minutes approved by the Steering Committee on November 19, 2022 

Attendees: John R., Jay F., Vincent C., Suzy Q., Mike N., Theresa OC., Gianna S.

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 9:12  AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by John R.  and seconded to approve the September 17, 2022 minutes from last month. The minutes were approved.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• LR Picnic date is locked in for Sunday, September 17, 2023

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• Nothing to Report

Treasurer’s Report – Jay F.

• Motion was made by John R. and seconded by Vince C.  to approve September’s Treasury Report – approved and passed.
• Jay to ask Lynell how to track Zelle contributions.

GSR – Jeanne O. – Not present (Report sent via Email)

• Attended monthly WGSA meeting on Monday, October 10, 2022, at 7 PM.
• Listened to reports from officers and DCM’s (District Committee Members)
• Laurel Recovery Group is part of District 40, does not have a DCM. Asked if we could be included in another District’s information network and we are now receiving information from District 3.
• Upcoming event is October 29th from 10AM to 2PM:  Fall Assembly Announcement  : The Fall Assembly, which include the Area 13 elections, will be held on October 29, 2022 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. A past delegate will chair the third-legacy procedure. Those planning to stand for a Panel 73 officer position, please refer to the WAGSA handbook for position descriptions and qualifications requirements. An agenda will be provided mid-October. New officers will be elected. All are welcome to attend, but voting will be done by GSRs, DCMs, and past and present Delegates
• Upcoming: November Gratitude Breakfast to be virtual. Date is in question. May be November 20th due to problem with the November 13th date.
• CALL FOR STORIES – FOURTH EDITION OF THE BIG BOOK ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS — Deadline: December 15, 2022  4LGHistorias@aa.org  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jL1tJByle2fMdi52Wy0248lJEnw0bFVH/view?usp=sharing
• WAGSA Handbook being revised
• Women’s International Conference will be in Dallas in 2023 — more info to follow, will be hybrid

WAIA – Gianna S.

• WAIA meeting held on October 11, 2022
• H&I requests have been coming in and being filed
• For hospital visits, background checks for volunteers will be required moving forward
• Chip sales are down
• Because of efforts the last several months, WAIA will end the year just meeting the budget
• November is Gratitude Month, boxes will be available however, LR has their own box that will be distributed within the room
• Committee has been formed for Gala next year. Gala could also be an optional fundraiser

H&I – Drew and Chrissandra P.  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• All good with supplies
• Toilet flapper and kitchen sink faucet screen will be replaced. Vincent in charge of replacing

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• John stated we are all good on chips

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C. – Not in Attendance

• Suggestion was made to send Lisa all secretaries a text, letting them know to make sure and lock both locks on each door both upstairs and downstairs when leaving after the meeting.
• Suggested verbiage to send to Lisa regarding burning desire:
  •  Does anyone that has not shared have a burning desire, that you may feel like you may drink or hurt yourself or someone else? if so, now is the time to share.

Website – John R.

• Sent out website stats

New Business:

• Thanksgiving – LR will be open from Noon to last meeting at 8:05 p.m.
• Schedule for coverage in the room TBD
• Gianna offered to shampoo carpet and kitchen floor this month.

The meeting closed with the lords prayer at 9:55 a.m.

Minutes approved by the Steering Committee on October 15, 2022 

Attendees: John R., Jeanne O., Vincent C., Suzy Q., Mike N., Theresa OC., Gianna

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:05 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by John R. and seconded by Theresa to approve the minutes from last month.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• Nothing to Report

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• Nothing to Report

Treasurer’s Report – Jay – Not in Attendance

• Motion was made by Jeanne to approve August’s Treasury Report – approved and passed.

GSR – Jeanne O.

• Gratitude Breakfast is virtual on November 15, 2022
• Fall Assembly October 29, 2022
• New stories for AA Big Book deadline is December 15, 2022
• Jeanne to get flyer for virtual/room to make $1 donations per each year of sobriety to GSR

WAIA – Gianna S.

• WAIA Contributions are down
• Verbiage to be sent and approved for LR secretaries to announce how to make contributions to support

H&I – Drew and Chrissandra P.  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• All good with supplies

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• John stated we are all good on chips

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C. – Not in Attendance

Website – John R.

• Sent out website stats

New Business:

• LR will book the Annual Picnic for September 17 next year at Laurel Parks.
• LR to post Virtual schedule on Bulletin Board in the room

The meeting closed with the lords prayer at 10:42 a.m.

Minutes approved by the Steering Committee on September 17, 2022

Attendees: Theresa O.C., Jeanne O, John R, Vincent C, Suzy Q, Mike N

LR Steering Committee Meeting called to order at 10:03 AM with the Serenity Prayer.

Motions A motion was made by Jeanne O and seconded by John R to approve the minutes from last month.

Chair’s Report – Theresa O.C.

• Game night was a success, about 12 people attended
• Two movie events coordinated and attended – more to come
• Picnic coming up in September
• Lets keep the events going

Vice Chair’s Report – Vincent C.

• No report

Treasurer’s Report – Jay – Not in Attendance

• Motion was made to approve July’s Treasury Report – approved and passed.

GSR – Jeanne O.

• Jeanne attended the August 8th GRS meeting via zoom. She stated that they talked about brining the meeting back in person
• WAGSA’s contribution list was shown, Laurel Recovery wasn’t shown on the list however, Theresa stated that LR has given 10% to GSR, WAGSA and WAIA. Theresa will speak to Lynell about total contributions this year.
• Jeanne stated that the WAIA and the General Service Office was down in contributions. She will let the Zoom techs know to make and announcement to contribute.
• Gratitude breakfast is via Zoom this year
• WAGSA handbook is being revised

WAIA – Gianna S. – Not in Attendance

H&I – Drew and Chrissandra P.  – Not in Attendance

Supplies – Michigan Mike

• Assorted colored envelopes have been purchased
• Takes inventory when he is at the club
• Looked at the supplies for the picnic on google drive

Chips – Shawn M. – Not in Attendance

• John stated we are all good on chips

Publications & Literature – Teri F. – Not in Attendance

• Big Books and Pamphlets were received

Secretary Coordinator – Lisa C. – Not in Attendance

Website – John R.

• Sent out website stats
• Put up flyers for different events

New Business:

• Theresa stated that we will need a clean up crew for the picnic this year
• Announcements will be made at meetings and on Zoom and a sign-up sheet will be provided
• John to send mass text for volunteers as well
• Welcome Packets will consist of the following:
  • Introductory page with LR website and information
  • Is AA for me pamphlet
  • Q&A about Sponsorship pamphlet
  • Staple piece of paper on envelope to get phone numbers
• Motion to approve packets was made by John and Vincent
• Motion was made by John and seconded by Theresa stating that regular postings of the 164 Club can stay on website. A caveat needs to go on that we do not endorse the club, it’s just a sober event

The meeting closed with the lords prayer at 10:42 a.m.